Orthodontic practices near Hourston
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Hourston; 1 practice within 10 and 5 practices within 20. The closest is ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, 7.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORKNEY DENTALStromness | 7.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICEKirkwall | 10.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALKirkwall | 10.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BALFOURKirkwall | 10.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DAISYBANK CLINICKirkwall | 11.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hourston with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stromness, 7.1 miles south-west; the next are Kirkwall (10.7 miles south-east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Hourston at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Orkney Islands |
| NHS dental services | NHS Orkney |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Orkney Islands | 59th closest to an orthodontic practice of 149 places in the county (the county median is 8.4 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness — 7 miles KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE, Kirkwall — 11 miles BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE, Thurso — 34 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 5 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Hourston
The nearest practice to Hourston is ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, 7.1 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 5.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Hourston are commissioned by NHS Orkney, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, 7.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Hourston to ORKNEY DENTAL is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 180 to 370 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £165 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hourston
Orkney Islands12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Hourston
Orthodontist in Hourston: People weighing up braces or aligners in Hourston can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Orkney Islands, not just Hourston.
Hourston in context
Hourston is classified as remote Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Orkney. People in Hourston usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. National deprivation data puts Hourston close to the Scotland median.
Widen your local search
You can also compare treatment pages for Knarston, Dounby, Beaquoy, Mirbister, Russland, and Appietown if you are weighing up more than one location.
What we know about practices near Hourston
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Hourston. The nearest recorded are ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 7 miles away; KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE, about 11 miles away; and BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 34 miles away.
Where Hourston sits locally
Knarston is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of Hourston.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Hourston
Patients in Hourston have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Hourston
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Hourston
Many people in Hourston delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Hourston — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hourston. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hourston
This section helps connect Hourston, Orkney Islands to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Knarston, Dounby, Beaquoy, Mirbister, Russland, and Appietown.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Hourston
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hourston often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hourston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hourston is ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 7.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (10.7 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (10.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hourston?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Hourston, 1 practice within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Stromness, 7.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hourston?
The nearest practice to Hourston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 7.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (10.7 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (10.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hourston, Orkney Islands?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Hourston, Orkney Islands?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.